M.S. Kinesiology

The M.S. in Kinesiology program with a concentration in Exercise Physiology The Exercise
Physiology concentration is offered on campus and includes lecture classes, seminars,
and laboratory experience.

Core Courses

KIN 501 Research Methods

KIN 503 Advanced Motor Learning and Control

KIN 504 Advanced Exercise Physiology

KIN 515 Advanced Measurement and Evaluation

KIN 518 Advanced Statistics in Kinesiology

KIN 522 Advanced Exercise Testing and Prescription

Exercise Physiology (on campus): The Exercise Physiology concentration is intended for those students wishing to pursue
graduate level study in the physiological bases of human performance.

Exercise Physiology Concentration Courses

KIN 514 Laboratory Methods

KIN 523 Seminar in Exercise Physiology

KIN 524 Applied Biomechanics

KIN 598 Capstone Research Experience -OR-

KIN 599 Thesis Research

The admission requirements for the Master of Science in Kinesiology program are as
follows:

A Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university of recognized standing with at least
a 2.75 overall GPA

A Current Resume

A Statement of Professional Intent

The Statement of Professional Intent should provide a sample of the applicant's writing
style and ability. It should be 2-3 pages, double-spaced, and is expected to be well
organized, clearly written, and error free. It should include an introduction, responses
to the three questions below, and a conclusion:

Why do you want to pursue this degree?

What related qualifications and/or experiences do you bring to the program?

What are your career goals after completing the program

Students with undergraduate GPA lower than 3.0 are required to submit 2 letters of
recommendation from professors in their major and/or their academic advisor

Resumes, Statements, and Letters of Recommendation (if below a 3.0) should be emailed
to graduate.school@wku.edu and should include the full name of the applicant along with their WKU Student ID
(if known)

Please note. The GRE will no longer be required for the Kinesiology Graduate program
(Exercise Physiology)

All materials must be submitted electronically to Dr. Brad Stinnett. Applications are sure no later than March 15th for committee review. Successful
applicants will be contacted by April 15th. All applicants will receive a decision
notification by April 30th.